Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 29
As part of the Manitoba government's response to the situation in Ukraine and in line with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada's special immigration measures for those affected, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program will conduct regular EOI draws for individuals who meet all MPNP eligibility criteria and are affected by ongoing events in Ukraine.
Continue readingProfiles declaring current employment in Manitoba in occupations identified with high labour needs based on data published by Statistics Canada were considered.
The occupations under the following National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 minor groups were considered in this draw:
All profiles that were not selected in the occupation-specific selection were considered.
Profiles that declared meeting International Education Stream eligibility requirements.
Profiles that declared being directly invited by the MPNP under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative.
Of the 526 Letters of Advice to Apply issued in this draw, 225 were issued to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.
Continue readingThe Manitoba government is providing a total of $4 million to 24 newcomer service provider organizations whose projects were selected through the Newcomer Community Integration Support (NCIS) program - Newcomer Community Connections Stream, Labour and Immigration Minister Jon Reyes announced today.
"Attracting and retaining new immigrants has been identified as a key factor in Manitoba's post-pandemic economic recovery," said Reyes. "This funding supports our government's vision of a skilled and talented Manitoba, a key component of which is to welcome newcomers and ensure they are able to participate fully in the community and contribute to a growing economy."
The NCIS program provides financial support to projects that enhance the social and economic integration of newcomers. This program offers a total of $7.1 million in funding this year including $3 million for Manitoba Start and $120,000 for Recognition Counts. In February, the Manitoba government announced it was accepting applications for the Newcomer Community Connections Stream, which will receive $4 million in funding.
The $4 million in funding, which doubles last year's investment, will be distributed amongst 24 successful projects. Of the approved projects, the Manitoba government is also making a three-year funding commitment to 12 projects, ensuring there are no interruptions to the delivery of programs that represent a baseline of services that are essential to the settlement and integration of newcomers to Manitoba.
Labour and Immigration Minister Jon Reyes announced today that the Manitoba government is accepting applications for the Advisory Council on Economic Immigration and Settlement (ACEIS), which will inform the development of a comprehensive, multi-sector strategy to attract and retain immigrants, streamline the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program and enhance settlement services.
The ACEIS is seeking diverse community members to advance Manitoba's legacy as a leader in immigration. For more information, please click here.
On March 17, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that international graduates with a recently expired or expiring post-graduation work permit (PGWP) will qualify for an additional or extended work permit to stay longer and gain additional work experience for up to 18 months.
Foreign nationals whose PGWP has already expired in 2023 and those who were eligible for the 2022 PGWP facilitative measure will also have the opportunity to apply for an additional 18-month work permit. Those with expired work permits will be able to restore their status, even if they are beyond the 90-day restoration period, and will receive an interim work authorization while awaiting processing of their new work permit application.
Please see the IRCC news release for more information.
Profiles declaring current employment in Manitoba in occupations identified with high labour needs based on data published by Statistics Canada were considered.
The occupations under the following National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 major groups were considered in this draw:
All profiles that were not selected in the occupation-specific selection were considered.
Profiles that declared meeting International Education Stream eligibility requirements.
Profiles that declared being directly invited by the MPNP under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative.
Of the 539 Letters of Advice to Apply issued in this draw, 204 were issued to candidates who declared a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.
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